In the third petition of the Lord’s prayer, we pray that God’s will be done. Martin Luther reminded us that God’s will is not dependent on our prayers. God’s will is done because nothing exists that can resist the will of God. When we pray this petition, we pray that God’s will be done through us. We are asking for God to remove the sin that hinders our service for the will of God. We ask that God would refocus our lives so that we see God’s will and do not become lost in the fog of our wants. We are asking God to renew our joy in the will of God so that we eagerly live for Him.
The question that often arises is, what is the will of God? But more often, we ask, “What is God’s will for my life?” “What is God’s will for our marriage, our church, our family….?” In posing these questions, we assume that God’s will for our lives is distinct from His will for the church or our families. While this assumption is popular and understandable, it is not entirely accurate. God’s will is a unified purpose find the lost, redeem the captives, restore the broken, and let His grace rule our hearts and actions. His will may manifest differently in various contexts, but its core remains unchanged.
This understanding can be liberating for us. We often find ourselves immobilized, afraid to make a move because we are unsure of God’s will for our lives. We worry about making the wrong choices, about future problems or success. But knowing that God’s will is for His Kingdom, we can find freedom in seeking to align our purpose and our lives with His will. Regardless of what the future holds, our lives will always have purpose and meaning because they are centered on His will.
Call Committee Update
The call committee has selected a candidate. This Sunday there will be an info sheet about him, and his PIF and SET will be in the library for viewing. On Tuesday, May 21st at 7:00p there will be a congregational call meeting.
Worship Times Changes Beginning May 26
Our summer worship times will begin on May 26, and will go through September 1. During this time the contemporary service will be starting at 10:30.
Questions about the upcoming by-laws vote?
Join us this Sunday, May 19th, after the late service in the West Wing (or if it moved, please put the right location) for our next Family Forum! Members of the SLC and governance review committee will be on hand to discuss the proposed by-laws and answer questions.
Through the Bible Study: Join us in the West Wing for a discussion based on the previous week’s through the Bible readings. If you have a question, or a comment for further discussion, you can send it in for inclusion in the class by using the form located at https://www.stlukeaa.org/bible. God’s Word is powerful and effective. Please join us this Sunday as we continue our one-year journey through the Bible.
St. Paul Lutheran Church in partnership with St. Luke, University Lutheran Chapel, and New Life are excited to take kids deep into an amazing undersea adventure where they’ll experience the ever-flowing, never-ending love of God. At Scuba VBS, kids will be immersed in the Word and discover what living water is really all about! VBS is open to children who have turned 4 by June 1 through children who have completed 4th grade. You can serve as a volunteer at VBS once you have completed 5th grade.
Dates: June 17, 2024 — June 20, 2024
Time: 9:00am to 12:00pm
Location: 495 Earhart Road Ann Arbor, MI 48105
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER your student as a participant or to volunteer (5thgrade thru adult).
LWML Memorial Day Picnic Potluck
LWML Daughters On Mission invites you to a picnic potluck at the home of Jane Ross on Saturday, May 25 from 11:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. We will be celebrating a wonderful year of ministry, enjoying a hands-on project that serves The Luke Clinic, and looking forward to the 2024 LWML Michigan District convention in Grand Rapids. Please RSVP toby Wednesday, May 22. Address information available when you RSVP.
Meet Bonhoeffer at 55 Alive
Little Food Pantry
Lutheran Choralaires Spring Concert in support of Concordia University Ann Arbor
The Lutheran Choralaires, a men's chorus under the direction of noted Detroit area composer and arranger Terry Herald, will present their annual Spring Concert entitled “What Wondrous Love is This" on Saturday May 18th, 4:00PM at Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church (14175 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154). Tickets are not necessary, however there will be a freewill offering. All proceeds will go to support the Concordia University Ann Arbor Music Department and Students In Need funds. For further information email ,or visit www.lutheranchoralaires.org.
CEF Information Technology Administrator
Church Extension Fund, a ministry-based financial institution located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, seeks qualified candidates for the position of IT Administrator. This position, which serves both CEF and the Michigan District LCMS, performs a range of network and workstation duties for a combined office of 30-35 on-site and remote users. The position reports to and assists the CEF Assistant VP-Systems Manager in three main areas: network management, cyber-security management, and software administration. Opportunities for advancement exist. A complete position description is available on CEF’s website: mi-cef.org/news. Applicants should mail or email a cover letter and resume no later than May 31, 2024 to: Ms. Kris Nowak – Executive Assistant, Church Extension Fund, 3773 Geddes Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, . Interviews and hiring expected in June.
Office Hours
The office doors will be monitored by the staff from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday - Thursday. If you wish to enter the building during that window, ring the doorbell to the left of the door and wait for a response. Alternatively, you can call the office and make an appointment with someone on staff.You can connect with Pastor Todd either by email or cell phone 734-213-4256.
Livestream Worship
There are two different methods for watching our worship livestream. Services are simultaneously streaming on Facebook and YouTube
Sunday Morning Worship Times
8:30 a.m. Living Heritage Service
9:45 a.m. Bible Study / Sunday School Hour
11:00 a.m. Living Praise Service
Ann Arbor VBS 2024
LWML Memorial Day Picnic Potluck
Lutheran Choralaires Spring Concert in support of Concordia University Ann Arbor
